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Have you entered the 2026 Instrumentation & Electronics Awards yet?
Entries opened last month for these prestigious awards, which recognise and reward innovation, technical excellence and real-world impact across the vibrant electronics and instrumentation sectors. opportunities to win. This year, two new categories have also been introduced: Industrial AI Product of
the Year and Passive Component / Electromechanical Product of the Year. Industrial instrumentation and electronics, while Passive Component / Electromechanical Product of the Year highlights the importance of the foundational components that underpin system reliability, performance and long-term operational stability in modern electronic designs. The Academic Support Award has also been restyled as the Academic Support &
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generation of engineering talent. Remember, you’ve got to be in it to win it – and entries close on 30th June. It’s free and easy to enter, and you can submit nominations for unlimited categories. For more information, please turn to page 27 inside this issue, or visit: https://iandea-
Catherine Hackett, Editor
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